Barnes, who plays out of Centennial Golf Club, battled late in the round and got back within 2-down with a birdie on the 34th hole. Both player recorded fours and the next hole, ending the match.

“I wouldn’t say there was a turning point in the match,” said Cavaliere, who became the first player to go back-to-back since Greg Rohlf won three titles in a row from 1996-98. “The key for me was to stay patient. I didn’t have my best ball-striking day, but I relied on my wedges and putter to stay consistent and stay in the match.”

Tom Yellin of Stanwich won the Senior division and Rick Blank of Metropolis won the Super Senior division.

Next year, the 100th Westchester Amateur will be played at Winged Foot.